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Story Time in the Gardens
We've partnered with the Douglas County Library for Story Time in the Legacy Gardens for ages 2-5 with the Douglas County Library. Stories & songs start at 10:00 am. In case of rain, story time will move inside the museum.
Find out more »Yoga in the Gardens
Yoga has so many health benefits for mind, body and spirit...especially in the beautiful gardens at the Legacy of the Lakes museum! Yoga equally strengthens and stretches, increasing flexibility and repairing muscles. It’s all about relaxing and allowing yourself and your body to have as much relaxation as you want. This time is for you - free of competition and comparison! Appropriate for all ages & fitness levels. Class is facilitated by Alexandria Community Education. Advance registration is required. $28/3 sessions.…
Find out more »Parade of Trees Sign Up
We would like to invite your club, organization, or business to decorate a holiday tree with a theme of your choosing for display in the BoatHouse on the Legacy of the Lakes Museum campus during Christmas in the Fort (November 24). There is no fee to participate and the trees will be viewed by thousands over the Thanksgiving weekend, where people will vote for their favorite tree. We are continuing our new portion of the event to encourage visiting our…
Find out more »Fall Open House
Join us in celebrating our 2023 season with an Open House at the museum. Enjoy free museum entry, hot apple cider, and fall themed treats from 12-4!
Find out more »Parade of Trees
November 24, 2023 | 3-6 pm November 25, 2023 | 5-8 pm November 26, 2023 | 5-8 pm More details coming soon!
Find out more »Garden of Lights
Brought to you by the Friends of Christmas, Garden of Lights is a walk-through festive light display in the Legacy Gardens (205 3rd Ave W) that will run the length of the holiday season. Garden of Lights opens on November 24 from 3-6 during Parade of Trees and Christmas at the Fort. From November 25-December 31, the Gardens will be open from 4:30 to 8:00 pm, Thursday-Sunday. The Gardens are free to walk through, but donations are appreciated. Please use…
Find out more »Garden of Lights
Brought to you by the Friends of Christmas, Garden of Lights is a walk-through festive light display in the Legacy Gardens (205 3rd Ave W) that will run the length of the holiday season. Garden of Lights opens on November 24 from 3-6 during Parade of Trees and Christmas at the Fort. From November 25-December 31, the Gardens will be open from 4:30 to 8:00 pm, Thursday-Sunday. The Gardens are free to walk through, but donations are appreciated. Please use…
Find out more »Parade of Trees
November 25, 2023 | 5-8 pm November 26, 2023 | 5-8 pm More details coming soon!
Find out more »Hot Chocolate & History: That Little Place at the Lake
Legacy of the Lakes Museum will host February’s Hot Chocolate & History in the BoatHouse. Going to the lake is a time-honored Minnesota tradition and cabins and cottages wait on the water’s edge to welcome their owners home. From “Swiss” chalets to log cabins to colonial cottages, this talk explores 150 years of cottage evolution in Minnesota. Attend in person or online! If attending in person at the Legacy of the Lakes Museum, you will be welcomed with hot chocolate! If you choose…
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